Desktop Support Engineer

Thinkahead; Libertyville (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Caregiver leave

Job summary

Thinkahead is seeking a Desktop Support Engineer to be the primary technical contact for end users, providing on-site support in Libertyville, IL. This role requires troubleshooting hardware and software issues for Windows and macOS, efficiently resolving incoming tickets, and assisting with user account management.

The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years in a desktop support role, expertise with Microsoft 365, and experience with remote support tools. Strong communication skills and an organized approach are essential.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years in a desktop support role.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365, hardware support for Windows 10 and macOS.
• Experience with remote support tools.

Responsibilities

• Serve as technical contact for users in-person and remotely.
• Troubleshoot and resolve user issues efficiently.
• Support office technology such as printers and AV systems.

Skills

Microsoft 365

Windows 10

macOS

iOS and Android devices

ServiceNow

JIRA

Bomgar

Intune

JAMF

Webex

Microsoft Teams

TCP/IP

DNS

Job description

AHEAD builds platforms for digital business. By weaving together advances in cloud infrastructure, automation and analytics, and software delivery, we help enterprises deliver on the promise of digital transformation.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and do not discriminate based on an individual's race, national origin, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law, whether actual or perceived.

We embrace all candidates that will contribute to the diversification and enrichment of ideas and perspectives at AHEAD.

Desktop Support Engineer

The Desktop Support Engineer serves as a point of contact for end users and acts as a customer-facing onsite representative of the AHEAD IT Operations team. A typical day will include responding to and troubleshooting user support incidents for end‑point hardware and software, fulfilling standard IT‑related requests, and escalating issues to Tier 3 staff. Responsibilities also include provisioning and deployment of laptops and desktop applications, supporting applications, and maintaining office technology hardware.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a point of contact for users seeking technical assistance, both in‑person and remotely
• Process and respond to incoming tickets to ensure courteous, timely, and effective resolution of incidents and requests
• Troubleshoot and determine best solutions, providing accurate, thorough, and clear communication to users
• Escalate unresolved issues to the appropriate level of the IT Operations team
• Properly record incident actions and follow‑up details into the IT ticketing system
• Provide troubleshooting and technical support for Windows and macOS laptops
• Provide troubleshooting and technical support for Microsoft 365 desktop and web applications
• Provide troubleshooting and technical support for cloud applications and productivity tools
• Provide on‑site support for office technology, such as copiers, printers, wireless, audio/video conferencing, phones, etc.
• Assist with on‑site troubleshooting and maintenance of office technology and infrastructure projects under the direction of the IT Operations team
• Assist with the creation of user accounts and setting up new users
• Assist with password resets, multi‑factor authentication, and user account management
• Create and maintain user‑facing knowledge‑management documentation on procedures, solutions, and how‑to guides

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years in a desktop support role
• Proficient technical support skills with Microsoft 365, laptop hardware (Windows 10, macOS), iOS and Android devices
• Experience with ServiceNow or JIRA
• Prior exposure to remote support tools such as Bomgar
• Experience with mobile device management tools, such as Intune and JAMF
• Capable of supporting teleconferencing systems and communication tools such as Webex or Microsoft Teams
• Ability to troubleshoot and support infrastructure such as wireless, multi‑function copiers, AV, and networking (TCP/IP, DNS, etc.)
• Technical troubleshooting and problem‑solving capabilities
• Organized and able to shift tasks as priorities evolve
• Team‑oriented collaborator willing to share knowledge and experience
• Solid communicator with the ability to provide professional documentation
• Must be able to be onsite in the office 5 days per week

Compensation

The compensation range indicated in this posting reflects the On‑Target Earnings (“OTE”) for this role, which includes a base salary and any applicable target bonus amount. This OTE range may vary based on the candidate’s relevant experience, qualifications, and geographic location.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid company holidays
• Paid time off
• Paid parental and caregiver leave
• Plus more! See benefits for additional details.